Dorothy Piper, recipient of Hearing Dog Puddle said: “Lin is a hard-working and enthusiastic lady. The charity is very close to her heart and she is passionate in her quest to raise awareness, and as much money as possible for Hearing Dogs”.

Community fundraising manager for the South-West, Marilyn Sydenham, added: “I totally agree with Dorothy. She has summed Lin up perfectly; she is passionate about the charity and works tirelessly on our behalf.”